Mariah Rush's writing portfolio
Investigations
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Chicago’s answer to food deserts has left a trail of debts, lawsuits, 'can't pay' an $800 utility bill​
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Church of Scientology expands in Chicago​
Suicide rates of Black Chicago-area residents are higher now than before pandemic
News articles
Power outage at South Side CHA building leaves older residents in frigid temps for hours, Chicago Sun-Times
From Taylor Swift to Nike, Black Friday deals at Chicago area malls draw big crowds, long lines
Black-owned bookstores in Chicago struggle after 2020 surge 'as if supporting us was a trend'
Culture writing and commentary
‘Chicago is destined for a hometown hero’: ‘Bachelorette’ contestant Andrew Spencer talks about his time on the show,
​FIRST LOOK: ‘South Side’ ups the Chicago ante for a bold season three​​
Black girl friendships at the heart of Disney’s made-in-Chicago skating show, ‘Saturdays’